There are 10 dog friendly activities in Palo Alto. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Palo Alto.
Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
Leashed dogs are welcome at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve in Saratoga, CA. You and Fido can enjoy numerous hiking trails throughout this 739-acre pet-friendly nature preserve. Be sure to clean up after your dog, and remain on the trails to protect the native flora and fauna.
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Central Park Dog Park
Central Park Dog Park in Fremont, CA, is located adjacent to the Fremont Animal Shelter with access from Stevenson Boulevard. Fido can enjoy off-leash play and socialization in one of two separate fenced areas. There is 1.2 acres with artificial turf and lighting for large dogs over 14 inches. A smaller .02 acre area with natural grass is designated for dogs 14 inches and under at the shoulders. Both spaces have a double gated entry. Additional features at the park include shade structures, benches, and water fountains for both dogs and their owners.
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Half Moon Bay Dog Park
Fido can make new friends at Half Moon Bay Dog Park, an off-leash dog park in Half Moon Bay, CA. The park features a large, fenced-in area with plenty of room for Fido to chase a ball. Half Moon Bay Dog Park is equipped with picnic tables and chairs.
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Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area
Leashed pets are welcome to explore Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, a dog-friendly lakefront park in Fremont, CA. This beautiful water-oriented recreation area spans 470 acres and offers hiking, picnicking, boating, swimming, fishing and wildlife viewing. A small fee is collected per vehicle, and per dog.
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San Leandro Marina
San Leandro Marina is a dog-friendly destination with a handful of activities for you and Fido to enjoy in San Leandro, CA. You can relax in the park, go for a jog on one of the trails or simply enjoy the views along San Francisco Bay.
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Bedwell Bayfront Park
Fido is welcome to join you as you hike, run, or bird watch at the pet-friendly Bedwell Bayfront Park. This park features both easy and challenging trails with beautiful views of the bay where your leashed pet is welcome to join you.
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Sanborn County Park
Sanborn County Park is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the woodland trails that wind around this lush 3,453 acre park. Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains between Saratoga and Skyline Boulevard, walk with your pup in the shadows of redwoods and tan bark oak. The park offers hike-in camping, RV camping and picnicking opportunities year-round. Sanborn County Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk.
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Dougherty Hills Dog Park
Bring Fido for a visit to Dougherty Hills Dog Park in Dublin, CA. There's plenty of room to run on the soft grass of this fenced, off-leash dog park, which includes a separate small dog area, drinking fountains, benches and agility equipment. The park also features an art installation of silhouettes of neighborhood dogs along the fence line. Please note that there are no public restrooms at this park.
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Nealon Dog Park
Nealon Dog Park is an off-leash area located inside the larger Nealon Park in Menlo Park, CA. The dog park is only open for limited hours during weekdays. Please check their website for updated information on hours of operation. The park also features ballfields, paved walking paths and more.
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Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area is a pet-friendly park in an urban setting in San Francisco, CA. The park is located just behind where Candlestick Stadium once proudly stood as the home of the Major League Baseball outfit, the San Francisco Giants. Dogs are welcome on leashes under 6 feet on all the trails in the park. You'll also find bathrooms, ponds, fishing and picnic areas.
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Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland
Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland in Hayward, CA is a fully fenced, off-leash park featuring two separate dog runs, each designated for large and small dogs. There is also a pet waste station and a water fountain to cool your pooch down after a game of fetch.
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Saratoga Creek Dog Park
Your pet is welcome to run and play at Saratoga Creek Dog Park in San Jose, CA. This artificial turf-covered dog run is fenced for off-leash fun and features a water fountain and benches. No more than two dogs per person are allowed at one time, and all pets must be current on vaccines and wear proof of a license. Temporary closures to the park may occur when maintenance is needed, so it's best to check the city website for updates before visiting with your pup.
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Los Gatos Creek County Park
Los Gatos Creek County Park in Campbell, CA is dog friendly. This large park provides recreational opportunities for walkers, joggers, bicyclists, skaters and nature lovers. Fido is welcome to join you for a stroll along the Los Gatos Creek Trail or a relaxed afternoon picnic. At the north end of the park visitors will find Los Gatos Creek Dog Park, a fully-enclosed area with artificial turf, shade structures and bench seating. Vehicle entrance fees are collected year round.
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Foothills Nature Preserve
Foothills Nature Preserve is a dog-friendly, 1400-acre nature preserve located in Los Altos, CA. The preserve features multiple trails that wander through lush trees, a lake, a stream and views of the Bay Area. You may encounter wildlife like deer, coyotes or even a bobcat.
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Fontana Dog Park
Fontana Dog Park welcomes your pet to play off leash in San Jose, CA. This fenced play area is located within Jeffrey Fontana Park and features separate small and large dog areas, benches, and on-street parking. Please note, there is a maximum of two dogs per person.
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Live Oak Park
Leashed pets are welcome to join you at Live Oak Park, a clean, pet-friendly park in Santa Clara, CA. There is also a playground for you to enjoy and grass spots for a picnic.
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Shore Dogs Park
Shore Dogs Park is a completely fenced, off-leash dog park in Redwood City, CA. It has a double-gated entrance with separate areas for both large and small dogs. Benches, drinking water for dogs and waste bag dispensers are available. There is a three dog per handler limit. During the rainy season, be advised that the park is subject to closure without prior notice at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Department.
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St. Mary's Dog Park
St. Mary's Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreational area for Fido in San Francisco, CA. This off-leash dog park in the Bernal Heights neighborhood is a small park with both grassy areas and a paved path with bench seating. Be mindful that the park closes during the winter and typically opens back up in February or March.
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Commodore Dog Park
Commodore Dog Park in San Bruno, CA, welcomes Fido to enjoy this fully fenced space for an afternoon of off-leash play. This dog park features a separate small dog area and picnic tables. Up to three dogs are allowed per adult, and all four-legged guests must be licensed and vaccinated.
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Willow Oaks Dog Park
Willow Oaks Dog Park in Menlo Park, CA is an enclosed, off-leash area with a double-gate entrance and grass coverage. The park is intended for both large and small breeds of dogs. The park also has an enclosed children's play area and tennis courts.
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